Our Favorite Nickelodeon Stars Are Now All Grown Up

Stars of Nickelodeon Today

Have you ever wondered about your favorite characters from the shows you loved when you were a child? Life goes on for everyone, and our beloved Nickelodeon stars are no exception to the rule. Check out what they’re doing now, whether they’ve continued their acting careers or if they’ve moved on to different fields. Our childhood years have been enriched by these stars, so it’s worth looking into their current lives.

Ariana Grande – Victorious

Ariana Grande is an icon of the pop music world now, but she started as a 13-year-old Nickelodeon kid. Cast as Cat Valentine in the hugely popular series, Victorious, she would spend four years balancing her on-screen career with her music.

Ariana Grande – Victorious

After the show was canceled in 2013, Nickelodeon moved her character to her own show alongside another Nickelodeon alum, Jennette McCurdy, in Sam & Cat. That show lasted for a season and then Ariana moved on to making her mark in the music world, and what a mark she has made!

Victoria Justice – Zoey 101

Victoria Justice burst on the Nickelodeon scene in 2005 as Lola Martinez on Zoey 101. Throughout the next few years, she would guest star on many other Nickelodeon shows and eventually end up finding her way to her own show, Victorious.

Victoria Justice – Zoey 101

In 2013, the show was canceled, and like her castmate, Ariana Grande, Victoria wanted to concentrate a little more on her music. In 2013, she released her first album. Since then, she has been working on her music and acting here and there.

Christine Taylor – Hey Dude

Christine Taylor may be best known for her roles in the Brady Bunch movies, but she started her career on the Nickelodeon series Hey Dude. On this show, she would play lifeguard Melody Hanson until 1991. She then moved on to bigger roles.

Christine Taylor – Hey Dude

She has guest-starred in several television shows and played minor roles in several major films like The Craft. Christine has been married to comedic actor Ben Stiller since 2000, though they have been separated since 2017, and continues to act in bit roles on both television and on the silver screen.

Devin Werkheiser – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

Devin has had many roles in several movies and TV shows, but the one he will forever be remembered for is playing Ned Bigby on Nickelodeon’s Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide. From 2004-2007, this was his home.

Devin Werkheiser – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

When the show ended, he kept acting but also began building a music career, as well. In fact, by early 2020 he released his third album.

Daniel Lee Curtis – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

After scoring a role in the hit Hollywood film, Friday After Next, Daniel’s next big role was Simon on Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide. After four years on the show, much like many of the other Nickelodeon stars, he made the move to Disney and starred in Zeke & Luther.

Daniel Lee Curtis – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

Daniel still acts nowadays but also does a lot of work behind the camera as a producer, director, editor, and filmmaker.

Josh Peck – Drake & Josh

You should not miss the chance to follow Josh Peck on Twitter! He is gorgeous now! He became famous through The Amanda Show in the ’90s and then went on to star in the hit children’s sitcom Drake & Josh.

Josh Peck – Drake & Josh

Maybe this will sound familiar: do you know who Eddie’s voice from the Ice Age films is? You guessed it… it’s Josh! He also acted alongside Chris Hemsworth in 2012 in the film Red Dawn as Chris’ little brother.

Keke Palmer – True Jackson, VP

The film Akeelah and the Bee made her famous in 2006. After that, she has been ever-present on the screen. Between 2008 and 2011, she was True in True Jackson, VP, and the following information will surprise you: she is the first African-American actress who portrayed Cinderella on Broadway.

Keke Palmer – True Jackson, VP

Her lead role from the True Jackson, VP sitcom was memorable; she portrayed True, a teen involved in the youth fashion from Mad Style as a Vice President. Her show, Just Keke, on BET has had big success and gave her the opportunity to become the youngest host of a talk show.

David Lascher – Hey Dude

Along with Christine Taylor, David Lascher made his mark on the Nickelodeon show Hey Dude from 1989 to 1991. After the show wrapped, David moved on to have guest roles on shows like Beverly Hills 90210, Blossom, and Roseanne.

David Lascher – Hey Dude

He had long stints on both Blossom and Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, on which he played the love interest to another Nickelodeon alum, Melissa Joan Hart. These days, he produces, directs, and writes along with acting.

Amanda Bynes – The Amanda Show

Amanda started her career in musical theater before being discovered at a Los Angeles Laugh Factory comedy camp. There, a producer from Nickelodeon found her, and she soon was cast in the show, All That. For three years, she was a regular cast member on that show. Then, she moved on to being a regular cast member on Figure It Out.

Amanda Bynes – The Amanda Show

Her popularity would eventually get her her own show, The Amanda Show. After an acting hiatus, some mental health issues, and substance abuse, Amanda got her degree in fashion and has been working on her own line of clothing.

Emma Roberts – Unfabulous

Emma Roberts has made a name for herself on shows like Scream Queens as an adult. Sometimes, though, we all forget that she was a child star who started her career on the set of the Nickelodeon series Unfabulous.

Emma Roberts – Unfabulous

The role of Addie earned Roberts several Teen Choice nominations and helped launch her into stardom. After leaving, she would go on to have several roles in mildly successful films until finally coming back to television and working with the very talented Ryan Murphy on his hit anthology series, American Horror Story.

Larisa Oleynik – The Secret Life of Alex Mack

Who doesn’t remember her from the hit ’90s TV series, The Secret Life of Alex Mack? The teenage girl who had miraculous powers after an accident, Alex Mack, was one of the beloved characters at the time, turning Larisa into a teen icon.

Larisa Oleynik – The Secret Life of Alex Mack

She also appeared in The Baby-Sitters Club in 1995 as Dawn, and in 10 Things I Hate About You as Bianca. She continues her acting career, playing different roles such as Cynthia Baxter in some Mad Men episodes and Maggie Cutler in Pretty Little Liars.

Jennette McCurdy – Zoey 101

She was one of the characters from Zoey 101 and iCarly. You have seen her on the screen many times because she has an evolving career. Some of the main projects she was involved in were The Last Day of Summer, Hollywood Homicide, Against All Evidence, and others.

Jennette McCurdy – Zoey 101

She has been on the stage with one of the most popular actors and never stopped believing in herself. If you do not remember her yet, she was also Sam on Sam and Cat. She formed a duo with Ariana Grande, who was Cat!

Lindsey Shaw – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

It’s impossible to forget Paige from Pretty Little Liars! She was Emily’s girlfriend and appeared in many episodes during the series. But Lindsey first appeared as Moze on Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide.

Lindsey Shaw – Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide

After her performance on PLL, she appeared in many movies and TV series, like Secret Summer, Aliens in America, Love Me, and Yellow Day. Lindsey is perhaps one of the most active stars on our list, and that’s undoubtedly not a bad thing!

Lori Beth Denberg – All That

The roles from All That made her famous, but she quit early because she was uncomfortable with her age. She then acted in The Steve Harvey Show as Lydia.

Lori Beth Denberg – All That

Afterward, Lori disappeared for a while from the acting scene until 2012, when she had a role in a Workaholics episode as herself. Now, she has changed her career and officiates wedding ceremonies. She entered this business after her friend’s wedding.

Drake Bell – Drake & Josh

Drake Bell was the second half of the Drake & Josh duo. He was the winner of the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award when he was chosen the Favorite TV Actor. Drake then started to make music in 2005. Don’t forget that Drake had a small role in Seinfeld and also acted for the Pokemon Red and Blue commercial.

Drake Bell – Drake & Josh

He has continued his career over time and didn’t leave the stage. He was involved in many projects in which he combined music and cinematography.

Kel Mitchell – Kenan & Kel

We have already talked about his mate, Kenan Thompson. After his performance from Kenan & Kel, he disappeared from the scene. But he still exists, and the internet shows us what he’s been up to.

Kel Mitchell – Kenan & Kel

He is now a standup comedian and a very devout Christian. He can be seen performing his current job as the host of the Tailors of Valor TV series. This show presents true stories of animals that improve and change people’s lives.

Michelle Trachtenberg – Clarissa Explains It All

Michelle Trachtenberg has had many great roles in movies like Eurotrip and Ice Princess, as well as on the small screen in shows like Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. However, like all the stars on our list, she also started her career in the studios of Nickelodeon.

Michelle Trachtenberg – Clarissa Explains It All

Starting with her guest role on Clarissa Explains It All as Elsie Soaperstien, Michelle would move on to The Adventures of Pete & Pete. While playing this role, she also did double duty as Lily Montgomery on All My Children. Then, in 1996, she starred in the Nickelodeon adaptation of Harriet the Spy.

Kenan Thompson – Kenan & Kel

If you were a Nickelodeon fan, you must know Kenan Thompson. He was the other half from the well-known duo Kenan & Kel. He appeared in All That and Good Burger, too, back in the 1990s.

Kenan Thompson, Kenan & Kel

In 2009, he said no when he was playing the role of Sue Sezno in Sit Down, Shut Up. Now he is the spokesman for the Let Yourself Woah campaign and a member of the sketch-comedy show, Saturday Night Live.

Nick Cannon – The Nick Cannon Show

Another alum of the Nickelodeon show All That, Nick Cannon has parlayed his success from the show into quite the career. Eventually, he would get his own show in 2002. The Nick Cannon Show would give him the ability to expand on his music career.

Nick Cannon – The Nick Cannon Show

After Nickelodeon, Cannon hosted the show Wild ‘N Out and starred in hit movies like Drumline. He also married and later divorced pop diva Mariah Carey. He now hosts the wildly successful Masked Singer.

Jamie Lynn Spears – Zoey 101

Even if you do not know her from her career on Nickelodeon, it is impossible not to guess that she is Britney Spears’ sister. She became famous for her role in Zoey 101. In 2002, she appeared in her sister’s movie, Crossroads, and has been on the screen with Miss Guided and Entertainment Tonight.

Jamie Lynn Spears – Zoey 101

Zoey 101 is the show that made Jamie Lynn known in the whole world. Since then, she has focused on her singing career and has featured in the series Sweet Magnolias.

Miranda Cosgrove – iCarly

The role from iCarly never gives Miranda the possibility to escape from the public eye. Carly Shay made her the second highest-paid child actor. Let us remind you of the story of the show: Carly Shay had an ordinary life until she decided to start a show with her friends, iCarly. Once the show becomes very popular, they all struggle to find the balance between personal and professional spheres.

Miranda Cosgrove – iCarly

Since then, she hasn’t had important roles, but she started a singing career and, recently, she was also the voice of Margo in Despicable Me. She was not scared of horror movies, so in 2015, she appeared in The Intruders portraying Rose.

Melissa Joan Hart – Clarissa Explains It All

Melissa Joan Hart has been a staple in homes for decades. This long stretch of popularity and notoriety found its start when Melissa played Clarissa on the Nickelodeon show Clarissa Explains It All. For three years, Melissa explained it all, and the role earned her multiple young artist nominations.

Melissa Joan Hart – Clarissa Explains It All

After leaving Nickelodeon, Hart went on to go to college. But she cut that short to accept the role of Sabrina Spellman on Sabrina, the Teenage Witch. After Sabrina’s seven-year run, Melissa would continue doing bit roles and recently has starred in shows like Melissa & Joey and on Netflix’s No Good Nick.

Taran Killam – The Amanda Show

Taran Killam made his first appearance on the screen in Naked Gun 33 1/3 in 1994. Then, he jumped to starring as Spaulding on sketch comedy show The Amanda Show. After the show ended, he moved on to join MADtv and also guest-starred in roles on other Nickelodeon shows, like Drake & Josh.

Taran Killam – The Amanda Show

In 2011, he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live along with another Nickelodeon alum, Kenan Thompson. Killam also has had roles in films like 12 Years a Slave and television shows such as Single Parents.

Jenna Leigh Green – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

Not sure where you’ve seen her? You will probably remember her from her role in Sabrina, the Teenage Witch. She was Libby Chester, and everyone hated her. This show was an American sitcom that was based on the Archie Comics comic book series. After that role, she performed guest spots on shows like Dharma & Greg and ER.

Jenna Leigh Green – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

Jenna also has theater experience; she acted in some important plays such as The Wizard of Oz, Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story, and others. She was involved in a charity concert in 2008 in order to collect money for women with ovarian cancer.

Nathan Kress – iCarly

It is an honor to be a star at the age of three. Do you remember the voice of Eizan Kabur from Shuriken School? Then, you must know Freddie Benson from the iCarly series.

Nathan Kress – iCarly

He hasn’t done much over the years, and he’s only had small roles in productions like Drake and Josh, Gym Teacher: The Movie, and The Penguins of Madagascar. But recently, he was part of a big project, namely Into the Storm.

Noah Munck – iCarly

Everyone adored his role from iCarly as Gibby Gibson! But, over the years, he has chosen not to stay in the film industry and concentrated on his music career instead.

Noah Munck – iCarly

Now, he is producing songs, trap-style, and he is calling himself NoxiK. He also produced electronic dance music, and he now has a YouTube Channel called Sadworld. That’s some impressive career shift, but good for Noah!

Matthew Underwood – Zoey 101

After playing one of the most wonderful characters from Zoey 101, Matthew Underwood did not continue his career in the film industry.

Matthew Underwood – Zoey 101

He played some small roles after the one from the Nickelodeon production, but nothing significant. He appeared in 2009 in Reality Horror Night and also directed a music video, How Could I Want More, in 2013.

Avan Jogia – Victorious

His first performance was as Beck Oliver on Victorious. After that, he has been involved in many projects. Twisted from ABC Family is one of the movies in which he played Danny Desai.

Avan Jogia – Victorious

In 2015, he had a productive year; he worked on three movies with Victoria Justice. Avan had some other preoccupations – he founded the LGBT online organization, among others. Another notable presence was in the TV movie drama A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story in 2006.

Sean Flynn – Zoey 101

His role on the Nickelodeon production, Zoey 101 was the main achievement of his acting career. Afterward, he played the role of Chase, and he had just small roles in The Conjuring and Devious Maids.

Sean Flynn – Zoey 101

Maybe he will manage to find something as great as Chase’s role, or even something better! One thing is for sure, we hope he will return to us soon!

Malese Jow – Unfabulous

Which is her best-known role? She is Geena Fabiano from Unfabulous. Other roles that she played were Cadence Nash on The Troop and on Big Time Rush, she was Lucy Stone.

Malese Jow – Unfabulous

But she has had some contributions as a guest star on The Brothers Garcia and iCarly, the Nickelodeon shows. The movies in which she appeared are Bratz: The Movie, Aliens in the Attic, The Social Network, and You’re So Cupid!

Christopher Massey – Zoey 101

He started his career performing in commercials for different companies like McDonald’s, Cap’n Crunch, and Pop-Tarts. His first role was the one from Zoey 101, where he portrayed Michael Barret. Kenochi was another TV show in which he appeared together with his little brother Kyle Massey and Drake Bell.

Christopher Massey – Zoey 101

Being in the public attention for so long, he became friends with the Sprouse Twins and Miley Cyrus. A project in which he is involved in is the Starkey Hearing Foundation, a well-known company that donates a million hearing aids every year.

Daniel DeSanto – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Do you remember Tucker from Are You Afraid of The Dark? If you don’t, you must know Jason from Mean Girls, which also starred Lindsay Lohan.

Daniel DeSanto – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Over the years, he played different roles, but the most important ones are those from The Boondock Saints II, The Adventures of Dudley the Dragon, and The Magic School Bus, a TV show in which he is the voice of Carlos Ramon. At the moment, he is voicing Dave in the Total Drama: Pahkitem Island.

Tadhg Kelly – Unfabulous

He is known for his performance in the Unfabulous series from Nickelodeon. He was Ben Singer, but what happened to him now? It looks like he disappeared from the public stage; he does not even post on social media.

Tadhg Kelly – Unfabulous

His last achievement is his acoustic album from 2008. Well, we can say that this one did not make much progress, but perhaps we’ll get to see him soon – especially that he is much cuter now than back then!

Robert Ri’chard – Cousin Skeeter

Robert has gained popularity in the movie world and hit the road to success, performing in films like Coach Carter and One on One. You probably know him as Bobby in Cousin Skeeter.

Robert Ri’chard – Cousin Skeeter

Curiously, he did not have any significant roles after his performance on House of Wax, as Paris Hilton’s boyfriend. But he is a great actor, and he will be on the big screens again soon.

Lindsay Sloane – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

Her main role was Valerie, the girl who was Sabrina’s best friend. She appeared in Bring It On and has also had some small parts. She portrayed Nancy Reagan recently, in an episode of Drunk History.

Lindsay Sloane – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

If you want to see her performing in another role, she can be found in Playing House in the role of Tina. She has made some impressive progress – from the shy best friend to Bring it On‘s cheerleading captain that made some people cringe!

Leon Thomas III – Victorious

It’s impossible not to know him from the Broadway production of The Lion King. After his role in Victorious, he performed some roles in the film industry. He then decided to change his career.

Leon Thomas III – Victorious

Leon started in 2012 when he released “Metro Hearts”, his first mixtape. He also wrote some songs for Ariana Grande and Stooshe. 2016 was the year in which he co-produced an album for the well-known singer, Post Malone.

Josh Server – All That

When he was only 15 years old, he started to play in the original series All That, the role that made him memorable. He also had some roles in other Nickelodeon shows, such as The Secret World of Alex Mack, Kenan & Kel, and The Amanda Show.

Josh Server – All That

In 2006, he started to work in the Laugh Out Loud series with Kenan Thompson. He has never quit acting, and he is now involved in some projects like Game Shakers.

Danny Tamberelli – The Adventures of Pete & Pete

Starting his acting career at the age of four, Danny Tamberelli was a very famous actor in the ’90s. Ryan’s Hope, The Adventures of Pete & Pete, and The Baby-Sitters Club are some of the shows that made him a star.

Danny Tamberelli – The Adventures of Pete & Pete

In the present, he is the bassist-vocalist for the band Jounce and, with his old fellow, Michael Maronna, started a podcast worth checking out, known as The Adventures of Danny and Mike.

Meagan Good – Cousin Skeeter

Meagan appears for the first time in commercials at the age of four, and she is a member of the band Isyss. She participated in Cousin Skeeter, as Nina.

Meagan Good – Cousin Skeeter

Now, she has changed a lot and has had some memorable roles. Her performance on Deception and Think Like a Man made her a real star and gave her the chance to be discovered at her true value.

Soleil Moon Frye – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

She was a very young child when she started her career. Soleil was only two years old, but she has had an incredible evolution since then. She was the roommate of Sabrina in Sabrina, The Teenage Witch.

Soleil Moon Frye – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

Recently, she decided to quit her acting career and opened a clothing shop for children, The Little Seed. She has created clothes made of organic fabrics, and she also has a blog, where she talks about children and problems that affect women.

Ross Hull – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Canadian actor, Ross Hull, who performed in Nowhere to Hide, Eric’s World, Haute Tension, and Are You Afraid of the Dark?, changed his career and became a weatherman.

Ross Hull – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

After he replaced Olga Nwobosi as a reporter for the Vancouver area, he started to forecast the weather for the entire territory of Southwestern Ontario. Currently, he is a meteorologist for Global News in Toronto but makes forecasts for Montreal, Toronto, and Halifax.

Raja Fenske – Unfabulous

Yes, he is Jake from the show Unfabulous. After this performance, he appeared as a guest in some popular shows like Lizzie McGuire and 24.

Raja Fenske – Unfabulous

He then acted in CSI: Miami. For this role, he was nominated for Best Performance in a TV Drama Series at the Young Artist Award. Raje produced a short thriller, Injustice, and played the lead in Pendejo, in 2013. Since then, we haven’t heard anything about him, and this won’t probably change very soon.

Nate Richert – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

We have bad news for Nate’s fans: you will not be able to see him soon on TV. For the record, he starred in Sabrina, The Teenage Witch.

Nate Richert – Sabrina, The Teenage Witch

After his role, in which he portrayed Harvey, he disappeared and left behind his acting career. He focuses on his music career, and he is also the owner of an impressive hipster mustache that’s surely worth checking out!

Raine Pare-Coull – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

It is possible not to remember her very well, so we want to give you a hint: Raine portrayed Betty Anne in Are You Afraid Of The Dark. After that performance, she disappeared, and did not keep in touch with her fans on social media.

Raine Pare-Coull – Are You Afraid of the Dark?

She only had a few tweets back in 2009, but everything else since then seems to be only spam. In 2014, she started to work at CBC in Canada.

Matt Shively – True Jackson, VP

Unfortunately, his career is not so great. If you don’t remember him, he is Ryan Laserbeam from True Jackson, VP. He hasn’t had important roles since then, although he had some guest roles on Teen Wolf, Jessie, and a small part in Zoey 101 in one episode.

Matt Shively – True Jackson, VP

But he also provided Sky’s voice in the Winx Club, the Nickelodeon animated show. That being said, we might not expect to see much of Matt Shively any time soon.

Jerry Trainor – iCarly

He became famous through his roles from the Nickelodeon productions, iCarly and Drake & Josh. He didn’t have bigger success since the character of Spencer Shay. Jerry voiced a cockroach in the animated movie The Penguins of Madagascar.

Jerry Trainor – iCarly

But maybe, one of his most important projects regarding voicing characters, is the one from 2015, Transformers: Robots In Disguise. Perhaps it’s time for a new project, and we’re excited to see what else he can come up with!

Erin Sanders – Zoey 101

Erin Sanders is an American actress who became popular due to her role as Quinn Pensky, a loveable character in Zoey 101. Quinn was Zoey’s best friend, a bit peculiar, but definitely loved by many fans.

Erin Sanders – Zoey 101

Furthermore, she also played in The Young and the Restless in 2008, and Big Time Rush. She also dropped the quirkiness and is a hot presence on the red carpet, don’t you think?

Matt Bennett – Victorious

He became famous after his performance on Victorious as Robbie Shapiro. In The Big Bang Theory, he was Howard’s younger brother. He also had a glory moment in 2011, when he was nominated for Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, as Nick UK’s Funniest Person.

Matt Bennett – Victorious

After that, he started to concentrate on his singing career and made an album named Warm Fuzzies. He has had some roles in Me and Earl and the Dying Girl and Game Shakers.

Ashley Argota – True Jackson, VP

Yes, she is Lulu from True Jackson, VP! While she was involved in this project, she appeared in an episode of iCarly as Kathy, too. Ashley also had some collaborations with Disney studios and ABC Family.

Ashley Argota – True Jackson, VP

But now, she is focusing on her nursing career and is trying to combine cinematography in everyday life. How to Build a Better Boy is her last production in which she took part.

Danielle Bisutti – True Jackson, VP

Do you know her? She is Amanda Cantwell from True Jackson, VP. Danielle performed in the TV industry over the years and appeared in some well-known series and shows like CSI: Miami, Last Man Standing, Body of Proof, and Bones.

Danielle Bisutti – True Jackson, VP

Music is another area in which she likes to perform and won some awards in this field. So, the Best Female Singer-Songwriter has recently appeared in Insidious: Chapter 2, the Beauty and the Beast Show, and Back in the Day.

What Happened To The Cast Of Austin Powers?

It has been 21 years since Austin Powers, and everyone has changed dramatically! Take a look…

Elizabeth Hurley as Vanessa Kensington – Then

Vanessa Kensington was a British secret agent and the daughter Austin’s former partner. Played by Elizabeth Hurley, she appeared in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and, briefly in, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. Vanessa and Austin were married but it all finished when Austin discovered that Vanessa was a Fembot, and she self-destructed.

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Elizabeth Hurley as Vanessa Kensington – Then

Elizabeth Hurley – Now

Elizabeth Hurley got her start when she was introduced as an Estée Lauder spokesmodel, with no prior experience. From this, her career catapulted and she broke into acting, appearing in films including Aria, Passenger 57, EDtv, Bedazzled, Serving Sara and Dangerous Ground.

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Elizabeth Hurley – Now

Rebecca Romijn as Rebecca Romijn – Then

Rebecca appeared as herself in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, as one of the models that are being photographed at Austin’s pad in London. Meanwhile, Austin was on a mission to find out which of the models were working for Dr. Evil, and he later discovers it was not Rebecca. Although Austin was clearly attracted to Rebecca upon meeting her, his attention changed to Ivana Humpalot, when she introduced herself to the undercover photographer.

Rebecca Romijn as Rebecca Romijn – Then

Rebecca Romijn – Now

As it happens, Austin Powers was not the only film model Rebecca has acted in. After appearing in some of the biggest advertising campaigns for brands including Escada, Christian Dior, La Perla, and Tommy Hilfiger, Rebecca went on to appear in  X-Men and X-Men: The Last Stand, and is currently starring as Eve Baird in The Librarians.

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Rebecca Romijn – Now

Verne Troyer as Mini-Me – Then

Dr. Evil was nothing without his miniature clone and sidekick, and when Dr. Evil was first introduced to him, he said “Breathtaking. I shall call him… Mini-Me.” Played by Verne Troyer, Mini-Me appeared in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and in Austin Powers in Goldmember, where he switched sides to fight against Dr. Evil with Austin, Nigel Powers and Foxxy Cleopatra. Although he didn’t have any dialogue in the film, he was incredibly vicious and hated Scott Evil in particular.

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Verne Troyer as Mini-Me – Then

Verne Troyer – Now

Standing at 2 ft 8 inches, Verne Troyer is one of the shortest men in the world, not to mention actors. Although he is best-known and loved for his role as Mini-Me in the Austin Powers franchise, he has also appeared in Men In Black and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, before partnering with Mike Myers once again in The Love Guru. Following his success in Hollywood, and becoming a well-known actor, Verne sadly passed away at the age of 49 in April 2018.

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Verne Troyer – Now

Fabiana Udenio as Alotta Fagina – Then

We first came across Alotta Fagina when Number Two introduced himself and his “Italian confidential secretary” to Austin Powers at a blackjack table in Las Vegas. Alotta later seduced Austin in order to find out his true identity but fails to do so. Alotta finally appeared in the last scenes of Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, holding a gun to Vanessa’s head when Powers is about to take down Dr. Evil. She managed to escape the lair exploding.

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Fabiana Udenio as Alotta Fagina – Then

Fabiana Udenio – Now

Udenio is an Italian actress who was born in Argentina and got her start at the age of thirteen, was crowned “Miss Teen Italy,” before going on to act in some teen roles. After her appearance in Austin Powers, Fabiana took on small parts in TV shows including  Babylon 5BaywatchFull HouseNYPD Blue, CSI: Miami, and Mistresses. Recently, she had a recurring role in on 90210 and is currently playing Elena Di Nola/Mutter in the critically acclaimed series Jane the Virgin. 

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Fabiana Udenio – Now

Fred Savage as Number Three – Then

Also known as “the mole,” Number Three managed to infiltrate Dr. Evil’s layer as an undercover agent but admitted he was very much aware of the irony that he was a mole and also had a large mole on his face. Nonetheless, both Austin Powers and Dr. Evil were unable to be discreet able his facial feature and consistently pointed it out. Number Three was the agent responsible for getting Mini-Me to defect from Dr. Evil’s organization.

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Fred Savage as Number Three – Then

Fred Savage – Now

Although we will never be able to forget Fred Savage as Number Three, he was actually best known for his role as Kevin Arnold in the American television series The Wonder Years, which won him a number of awards as a teen. Savage has also lent his voice to Family GuyKim PossibleJustice League UnlimitedOswald, and Holidaze: The Christmas That Almost Didn’t Happen. In 2017, he joined the cast of the Netflix series Friends From College.

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Fred Savage – Now

Gia Carides as Robin Spitz Swallows – Then

We first came across Robin Spitz Swallows at Austin Power’s party at his apartment. It turned out that Robyn was a member of Dr. Evils organization and was sent by him as part of a plan to kill Austin Powers. However, the plan completely backfired and after being stabbed in the back, shot with a machine gun, blasted with a rocket launcher, and falling from a high building, Robin still didn’t seem to die. Dr. Evil later suggested that she did.

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Gia Carides as Robin Spitz Swallows – Then

Gia Carides – Now

Carides is an Australian actress and after portraying Robyn Spitz Swallows in Austin Powers:The Spy Who Shagged Me, she went to take on the role of Cousin Nikki in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, the sequel television show My Big Fat Greek Life, and the sequel film My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 in 2017. In addition, she has also appeared in TV shows including, ER, Big Little Lies, and Twin Peaks.

Gia Carides – Now

Will Ferrell as Mustafa – Then

Mustafa was one of Dr. Evils henchmen and was apparently one of his weapons designers, after taking credit for constructing the cryogenic chamber and the trap fire pit. The Turkish/Egyptian man had a personality trait where he could not resist answering a question that had been asked three times, therefore making it easy for Austin Powers and Felicity Shagwell to drive information out of him. Mustafa was another one who was impossible to kill but eventually died off camera.

Will Ferrell as Mustafa – Then

Will Ferrell – Now

Will Ferrell is among the big name actors that appeared in the Austin Powers franchise. Ferrell was a big name even before this role and was considered a member of the “Frat Pack”, a generation of leading Hollywood comic actors, including Jack Black, Ben Stiller, Steve Carell, Vince Vaughn, and Owen and Luke Wilson. Ferrell has also starred in the much-loved Anchorman: The Legend of Ron BurgundyStep Brothers, Elf and Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues. He is set to star in Holmes and Watson in 2018.

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Will Ferrell – Now

Robert Wagner as Number 2 – Then

Number 2 was Dr. Evil’s right hand man and he was easily recognized by his facial scar and eye-patch which gave him x-ray vision. Despite Number 2 working for Dr. Evil and overseeing the finances of the organization, Number 2 is often seen rolling his eyes at his boss and trying to get him back on track when he loses focus. Number 2 attended school with Dr. Evil and initially got his name because he was always second best.

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Robert Wagner as Number 2 – Then

Robert Wagner – Now

Although Robert Wagner starred in all three Austin Powers movies, he got his start in the industry long before. Wagner was best known for starring in the television shows It Takes a ThiefSwitch, and Hart to Hart, as well as appearing in TV movie with Audrey Hepburn, Love Among Thieves. Wagner’s role as Number 2 refreshed his career and he had a recurring role on the TV sitcom Two and a Half Men. In 2017, Robert has a small role in Netflix’s What Happened to Monday.

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Robert Wagner – Now

Michael York as Basil Exposition – Then

Basil Exposition was Austin Power’s answer to James Bond’s M and Q. Basil was in charge of giving Austin the intel on his missions and whereabouts of enemies. Basil often speaks to Austin in his car as he heads out on a mission, or after someone has been captured, to go through the intelligence collected.  Basil gifted Austin with his time machine car, all while keeping audiences entertained as he spoke directly to them.

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Michael York as Basil Exposition – Then

Michael York – Now

Michael York has been acting since the mid-1960s and has appeared in a number of Broadway shows including Bent, The Crucible, Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me, and the original Tennessee William’s Out Cry. After appearing in Austin Powers, York appeared in the third season of Curb Your Enthusiasm, and in 2009, he lent his voice to Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

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Michael York – Now

Heather Graham as Felicity Shagwell – Then

Felicity Shagwell was a member of the CIA, and  Austin’s accomplice in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. Shagwell was known for her ability to entice men and she was successful in this with Dr. Evil’s overweight Scottish accomplice, Fat Bastard. Despite this, Felicity loved and respected Austin Powers and she tried to have her way with him, but he turned her down due to losing his mojo. However, when Felicity and Austin ended up defeating Dr. Evil, they ended up together.

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Heather Graham as Felicity Shagwell – Then

Heather Graham – Now

After taking on a leading role in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Graham went on to appear in films including Committed Say It Isn’t So, MaryGray MattersThe Hangover and its sequelThe Hangover Part III. Graham was known for portraying characters who evoked an attractive appeal and often found herself on the “most beautiful women” lists. In 2017, Heather appeared in seven episodes of Law & Order True Crime, and in 2018 she directed, wrote and starred in Half Magic as Honey.

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Heather Graham – Now

Jerry Springer as Jerry Springer – Then

Jerry Springer made a cameo in  The Spy Who Shagged Me, appearing on his own show and trying to mend the relationship between Dr. Evil and Scott Evil. When Scott asked why Dr. Evil left him as a child, Dr. Evil admitted that he left because he wasn’t evil enough. After a fight broke out with the other evil fathers, Springer sent his security over to break it up. Springer returned for the second time when he reunited Scott with his mother, Frau.

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Jerry Springer as Jerry Springer – Then

Jerry Springer – Now

Jerry Springer has hosted his highly controversial talk show, The Jerry Springer Show ever since 1991. His well-known appearance landed him a couple of other cameos in TV and movies including Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, Married… with Children, and Days of Our Lives, before competing in Dancing with the Stars. In 2015, it was announced that Springer would host Too Hot For TV on the WWE Network, as well as debuting the Jerry Springer Podcast, in addition to working on his show.

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Jerry Springer – Now

Mindy Sterling as Frau Farbissina – Then

As the chief henchman and attack and defense specialist for Dr. Evil, Frau Farbissina comes across as an intimidating and vicious woman, with a tendency to scream. In The Spy Who Shagged Me, Frau admitted she found love with a woman name Una Brau who was also in the militant wing of the Salvation Army. However, after going back in time to 1969, Dr. Evil had a relationship with Frau and they later discovered they produced a baby together, Scott Evil.

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Mindy Sterling as Frau Farbissina – Then

Mindy Sterling – Now

After appearing in two Austin Powers movies, Mindy Sterling received high praise for her role at Frau Farbissina and she went on to take a smaller role in of How the Grinch Stole Christmas!. In addition, she has appeared in many Disney channel TV shows including That’s So Raven and  The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, prior to appearing as wedding planner on the Friends episode “The One with Barry and Mindy’s Wedding.” In 2018, she is set to appear in Netflix’s A Series of Unfortunate Events.

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Mindy Sterling – Now

Mimi Rogers as Mrs Kensington – Then

Mrs. Marie Kensington was Austin Powers’ sidekick back in the 60’s before he was frozen in the case that Dr. Evil returned and he had to fight him again. Despite their close nature, Mrs. Kensington was married to someone else so never had a romantic relationship with Powers. However, when Austin returned, Kensington had retired and her daughter Vanessa took her place. Nonetheless, due to Vanessa being a Fembot, the outcome of Mrs. Kensington was never actually known.

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Mimi Rogers as Mrs Kensington – Then

Mimi Rogers – Now

After her brief appearance in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, Rogers went on to star in films including, Lost in SpaceGinger SnapsThe Door in the Floor, and For a Good Time, Call…  In addition, she recently appeared in TV shows including  Two and a Half MenWilfred and Mad Men. Aside from acting, Rogers took up competitive poker in 2003 and went on to finish in the money in her first tournament. Rogers was previously married to Tom Cruise.

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Mimi Rogers – Now

Rob Lowe as Young Number 2 – Then

When Dr. Evil went back in time, he met different members of his organization who were 30 years younger. One of which was his right hand man, Number 2, played by Rob Lowe. Dr. Evil commented how good looking and young he was. Although young Number 2 didn’t have a huge part in The Spy Who Shagged Me, it was suggested that Number 2 also went back in time and bizarrely began a relationship with his younger self.

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Rob Lowe as Young Number 2 – Then

Rob Lowe – Now

Rob Lowe got his start as a teen idol back in the 80s before getting his breakthrough in political drama The West Wing, for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination and two Golden Globe Award nominations. He later starred on NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation, for four years and most recently has been starring as Dr. Ethan Willis on the CBS medical drama Code Black. In addition, he appears with sons Matthew and John Owen, on his reality series The Lowe Files. 

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Rob Lowe – Now

Britney Spears as Britney Spears – Then

Austin Powers rudely interrupted pop princess Britney Spears when she was practicing a routine to her song “Boys” in Goldmember. Austin couldn’t stop himself from joining in on the dance moves which drove Britney crazy. After engaging in a dance battle, Britney went to shoot at Powers but his mojo got the better of her and Britney the Fembot blew up. However, Spears returned the favor and had Austin Powers guest star in her official music video for “Boys.”

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Britney Spears as Britney Spears – Then

Britney Spears – Now

Pop princess Britney Spears started her singing career at 17-years-old and went onto become one of the biggest superstars in the world. Spears has sold over 150 million records worldwide and has won a Grammy Award, six MTV Video Music Awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award, seven Billboard Music Awards including the Millennium Award. The same year as Goldmember was released, Britney starred in her own movie Crossroads. In 2018, Britney announced she would be bringing her Las Vegas residency on tour during the summer.

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Britney Spears – Now

Seth Green as Scott Evil – Then

Scott Evil was the love child of Dr. Evil and Frau Farbissina, even though he was told he was artificially conceived in a laboratory as a child. Scott grew up when Dr. Evil was artificially frozen, but once he returned, Scott was resentful of his absent father. Dr. Evil claimed that he didn’t love him because he “was not evil enough.” Scott often competed with Mini-Me, until the third movie when Scott became evil and took over when Dr. Evil denounced his criminal ways.

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Seth Green as Scott Evil – Then

Seth Green – Now

Seth Green is certainly no stranger to the movie business as he is also the creator, executive producer, writer, director and is the most-frequent voice on Adult Swim’s Robot Chicken. In addition, Green has also appeared in feature films including  AirborneThe Italian JobParty MonsterCan’t Hardly WaitScooby-Doo 2: Monsters UnleashedWithout a Paddle, Rat Race and the Austin Powers franchise. In 2018, it was announced that Green would act, write and direct the comedy-drama film Changeland, working alongside Breckin Meyer and Macaulay Culkin.

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Seth Green – Now

Beyonce Knowles as Foxxy Cleopatra – Then

Foxxy Cleopatra appeared in Austin Powers in Goldmember, and was working for Goldmember but was also an undercover spy and sidekick to Austin. Foxxy’s own intentions were to avenge Goldmember’s murder of her partner and to stop him once and for all. It was also suggested that Austin and Foxxy has a fling prior to his cryo-freezing in 1967. Despite Foxxy and Austin developing a love connection, both Nigel Powers and Mini-Me seemed to take a liking to Foxxy aswell.

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Beyonce Knowles as Foxxy Cleopatra – Then

Beyonce Knowles – Now

Beyonce was just 20-years-old when she appeared in Austin Powers and went onto become an iconic superstar. In her music career, Beyonce has sold an estimated 100 million records as a solo artist, making her one of the best-selling artists in history, also winning 20 Grammy Awards. She also went on to star in other movies including The Pink Panther and Dreamgirls, and in 2017, it was confirmed that Beyoncé would voice Nala in Jon Favreau’s live-action remake of The Lion King.

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Beyonce Knowles – Now

Michael Caine as Nigel Powers – Then

Nigel Powers was a large part of the final movie, Austin Powers in Goldmember, playing the father of Austin Powers and Dr. Evil. Played by Michael Caine, Powers was captured by Dr. Evil, who at the time did not know that he was his son. After Austin rescued his father, he confronted him about being neglected as a child, but the two realize that they are much more alike than imagined. They eventually reconciled, along with Austin’s long-lost brother, Dr. Evil (Dougie.)

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Michael Caine as Nigel Powers – Then

Michael Caine – Now

Michael Caine is one of the greatest and most iconic British actors, having starred in notable films including Alfie, The Italian Job,  Educating Rita, The Dark Knight Trilogy, and Woody Allen’s Hannah and Her Sisters, which earned him an Academy Award. Caine’s critical acclaim has also won him a Golden Globe, BAFTA, as well as many other impressive nominations. His incredible legacy in cinema earned him a Knighthood by the Queen, in recognition of his contribution to cinema.

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Michael Caine – Now

Kristen Johnston as Ivana Humpalot – Then

Austin Powers met Ivana Humpalot during a photo shoot. The two took a liking to one another and ended up playing a game of chess. However, Ivana confessed that she was sent by Dr. Evil to kill Austin but couldn’t because she found him too attractive. When they ended up in bed together, Austin discovered that his mojo had been stolen.

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Kristen Johnston as Ivana Humpalot – Then

Kristen Johnston – Now

After appearing as Ivana Humpalot in Austin Powers, Johnston’s career took off and she went on to take on roles in TV shows including Sex and the City and ER, before starring in films including The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, Music and Lyrics and Bride War. However, in 2012, Johnston admitted she had an alcohol and pill addiction but had been sober for five years. In 2017 she was cast in American satirical comedy-drama television series Daytime Divas.

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Kristen Johnston – Now

Mike Myers as Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, Fat Bastard and Goldmember – Then

Austin Powers was a secret agent with missions to defeat Dr. Evil to save the world, all while taking a likening to his sidekicks and other women. Dr. Evil turned out to be Austin’s long-lost brother who wanted to take over the world and kill Powers, using accomplice, Fat Bastard, to try and take him down, while plotting with Goldmember to flood the earth. Austin managed to defeat Fat Bastard and Goldmember, while Dr. Evil turned good.

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Mike Myers as Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, Fat Bastard and Goldmember – Then

Mike Myers – Now

Acting as four characters in the Austin Powers movies, Mike Myers can do it all. Following Austin Powers, Myers turned to animated movie franchise Shrek, as well as taking lead roles in The Cat in the Hat and The Love Guru, before appearing in  Quentin Tarantino’s Inglourious Basterds. In 2018, Myers is set to appear in Queen  biographical drama film Bohemian Rhapsody. For his achievements, Myers earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, as well as being appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada.

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Mike Myers – Now